2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
